Thomas Hardy

Hardy's first collection of short stories, Wessex Tales contains some of his most famous narratives. 'The Three Strangers' is often described as the quintessential example of his short fiction, while 'The Withered Arm,' with its suggestion of supernatural influences and its shocking conclusion, has thrilled readers for over a century. Tales such as 'Fellow-Townsmen' and 'Intruders at the Knap' showcase Hardy's typically ironic approach to the relationship between the sexes, and 'The Distracted Preacher' shows his undervalued comic touch. The re-introduction of 'An Imaginative Woman' into the collection, which Hardy at one point inserted and then subsequently removed, restores the volume to his original intention. This edition provides an authoritative text and full scholarly apparatus, allowing the reader to trace Hardy's creative process for each of the stories. It also includes an introductory essay discussing the work's composition, publication and critical reception, and comprehensive explanatory notes.

Wessex Poems and Other Verses (1898) marks Thomas Hardy's remarkable transition from acclaimed novelist to celebrated poet. This collection brings together over 50 lyrical, dramatic, and narrative poems inspired by the landscapes, traditions, and people of Hardy's fictional Wessex-a region rooted in the real English countryside of Dorset and surrounding counties. Deeply atmospheric and emotionally rich, these poems reflect Hardy's deep connection to rural life, nature, and history. Many are infused with nostalgia, melancholy, and a philosophical questioning of fate, time, and human suffering. Themes of love lost, unfulfilled longing, and the harsh truths of existence echo throughout the verses, often enhanced by Hardy's vivid imagery and innovative rhythms. Hardy's Wessex is not merely a backdrop-it is a living, breathing character in his work, evoking the timeless struggles and quiet dignity of those who inhabit it. This collection also features some poems that reflect on personal grief and social change, offering insight into Hardy's evolving worldview at the end of the 19th century. A cornerstone of his poetic legacy, Wessex Poems and Other Verses showcases Hardy's mastery of mood and his unique ability to blend storytelling with lyrical precision-making it essential reading for lovers of English literature and poetry.

Ljubov i prestuplenie prichudlivo pereplelis v sudbe junoj Tess, nischej naslednitsy drevnego roda, obrechennoj na rol soderzhanki - i gotovoj perelomit etu sudbu tsenoj sobstvennoj zhizni! Stav zhertvoj bogatogo povesy-soblaznitelja, ona protestuet protiv grubogo posjagatelstva na chelovecheskoe dostoinstvo i vynuzhdena sovershit ubijstvo. "Obmanutyj chestnyj chelovek chasto byvaet ochen zhestok, kogda s ego glaz spadet pelena". Klassicheskij roman o strasti, tragedii i utrate, stavshij v nashi dni legendarnym blagodarja filmu Romana Polanski.

A Changed Man And Other Tales explores the complexities of love, social expectations, and personal transformation. The opening story focuses on the internal struggles of an individual who transitions from a glamorous military life to a more conventional, duty-bound role. The narrative highlights the conflict between desire and societal norms, emphasizing how personal choices and external pressures shape one's identity. As the story unfolds, the interactions between the protagonist and those around him reveal the challenges of navigating relationships and societal expectations. The presence of a haunting adds a layer of intrigue, setting the stage for reflections on fate, identity, and the consequences of change. The story paints a vivid picture of the impact that choices, particularly those driven by duty, can have on personal connections and self-perception. This exploration of transformation invites readers to reflect on the tension between who we are and who society expects us to be, as well as the price we pay for conformity.

Ljubov i prestuplenie prichudlivo pereplelis v sudbe junoj Tess, nischej naslednitsy drevnego roda, obrechennoj na rol soderzhanki - i gotovoj perelomit etu sudbu tsenoj sobstvennoj zhizni! Stav zhertvoj bogatogo povesy-soblaznitelja, ona protestuet protiv grubogo posjagatelstva na chelovecheskoe dostoinstvo i vynuzhdena sovershit ubijstvo. "Obmanutyj chestnyj chelovek chasto byvaet ochen zhestok, kogda s ego glaz spadet pelena". Klassicheskij roman o strasti, tragedii i utrate, stavshij v nashi dni legendarnym blagodarja f

Tess of the d'Urbervilles - a novel by the English writer Thomas Hardy (1840-1928), first published in 1891. One day, the head of the Darbeyfield family learns that their family comes from the ancient knightly family d'Urberville. He quits his job and spends most of his time in local pubs. Tess, the eldest daughter, becomes the support of the family." Tess iz rodu d'Erberviliv" - roman anglijskogo pismennika Tomasa Gardi (1840-1928), vpershe opublikovanij 1891 roku. Odnogo razu glava simejstva Darbejfildiv diznajetsja, scho jikhnja sim'ja pokhodit vid starodavnoji litsarskoji rodini d'Erbervill. Vin kidaje robotu i provodit bilshist chasu v mistsevikh shinkakh. Oporoju sim'ji staje Tess, starsha dochka. Riven skladnosti - Intermediate

"Vdali ot obezumevshej tolpy" - istorija nezavisimoj khozjajki fermy, vnimanija kotoroj dobivajutsja troe: bogatyj dzhentlmen, otchajannyj serzhant i rassuditelnyj fermer. Nelegkaja problema vybora, vechnaja drama otnoshenij muzhchiny i zhenschiny, intrigi, tajny i nastojaschaja strast v romane, stavshim pervym literaturnym uspekhom avtora.

In the novel The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy (1840-1928), the dramatic story of Michael Henchard is described. The life path of Henchard-The Man of Character-was determined by fate at the moment of anger and a cruel joke in his youth. Despite the achievements of all subsequent years of life, a shameful act weighs on him and leads to an inevitable collapse. U romani Tomasa Gardi (1840-1928) "Mer Kesterbridzha" opisana dramatichna istorija Majkla Gencharda. Zhittjevij shljakh Gencharda - "ljudini z kharakterom" - buv viznachenij doleju v moment gnivu i zhorstokogo "zhartu" v molodosti. Popri dosjagnennja usikh nastupnikh rokiv zhittja ganebnij vchinok tjazhije nad nim i prizvodit do nevidvorotnogo krakhu. Riven skladnosti - Intermediate.

Enjoy the classic 'The Night Before Christmas' and selection of other wonderfully festive poems in this elegant hardback collection, complete with gilded page edges and full-color illustrations. This fantastically festive collection showcases Clement Clarke Moore's timeless Christmas poem along with Arthur Rackham's illustrations from the classic 1931 edition. Inside, you will also find various other heartwarming works such as Ralph Waldo Emerson's 'The Snow-Storm', and John Clare's 'December'. Accompanied by charmingly vintage illustrations throughout, this pocket-sized gift edition is, presented with a foil embossed cover design, ivory pages, beautifully designed endpapers and gilded page edges. Part of the Arcturus Ornate Classics series, this book makes a wonderful gift for any lover of these classic Christmas poems. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Ornate Classics are beautifully bound editions of iconic literary works across history. These compact, foil-embossed hardbacks are printed using deluxe ivory paper and make the perfect gift.